Every breakthrough in FSHD has been made because patients and their family members got involved. We believe a treatment is within sight; your participation will move us closer, faster.
FSH Muscular Dystrophy is different for everyone. Each person has their own unique journey with FSHD. The FSHD Society is here to educate and empower individuals to live their best lives until a cure is found.
There is great power in coming together. Around the globe, individuals with FSHD prove this every day. It is each person's unique strengths, skills, and interests that makes our community strong.
The FSHD Society is the world’s largest research-focused patient support organization. We work with people and organizations to identify the barriers slowing down the discovery of treatments and cure, then work together on solutions.
Following the highest standards financial accountability, the FSHD Society has transformed the landscape for FSHD research, and is committed to making sure that no one faces this disease alone.
Education: A Patient's Best Weapon for Change
FSHD University is your center for learning about the art and science of living with FSH muscular dystrophy. Our webinars and other resources are designed to empower individuals with FSHD to live their best lives, physically and mentally. Our departments of Physical Health, Wellness, and Research provide videos, articles, and other resources, by the world's top experts, including many people living with FSHD.
FSHD University is a place for you to gain knowledge, get connected, and find hope.
Latest Blog Posts
Changemaker: Marisa Spain
Advocacy with humor and hacks Marisa Spain has a knack for making everyday advocacy both fun and impactful. Based in southeastern Michigan, Marisa brings fresh energy to accessibility awareness with her unique YouTube channel, Disabled in Nature, where she reviews public restrooms for accessibility in a series called “When Nature Calls.” Her witty take on…
Getting treatments to young patients
MOVE Peds is essential to pave the way by Natalie Katz, MD, and Katy de Valle, research physical therapist More than 50% of people with FSHD develop symptoms as children or teens. When treatments to slow or stop FSHD are…
Upcoming Events
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Women On Wellness – Color your world
Zoom Virtual Meeting , United StatesFirst Wednesday of every month 5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT This month, Jane Nemke will provide a presentation on Exploring the Impact of Color on Human Perception and Emotion. A long time member of our community, Jane is an accredited International Association Color Consultant. She...
Wellness Hour Holiday Party!
Zoom Virtual Meeting , United States5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT Dress up in holiday finery or goofiness, make yourself a favorite libation, and join us for some jolly ice-breaking! Our monthly Zoom meeting on Wellness is held on the second Monday of each month at 5:00-6:00 pm ET. Each month,...
Everything Early Onset – Tips to survive the holidays
Zoom Virtual Meeting , United StatesNEW DATE AND TIME: Second Monday of the month 7:00 p.m. ET | 6:00 p.m. CT | 5:00 p.m. MT | 4:00 p.m. PT This month, we will share holiday stories - what you enjoy, what stresses you out - and share ideas for getting through it all. The Everything Early Onset group hopes to...
We bring people together to find solutions; researchers, doctors, the drug development industry, patients and families. Your participation is the key. There are many ways you can get involved.